{"product_id":"φυτικό-έλαιο-centella-asiatica-gotu-kola-brahmi-brahmi-oil","title":"Balsam Grass Vegetable (St. John - Hypericum Oil)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBalsam, also known in Latin as Hypericum Perforatum (St. John’s Wort), is one of the most powerful and effective plants used for skin conditions, particularly thanks to its regenerative and healing action. It is applied to open or old wounds, dermatoses and inflammations. It can also be taken internally as a treatment for gastric ulcers. This particular herb is a treasure of Greek nature but requires special handling because it is quite sensitive. We extract it by cold pressing in a special oil blend, which gives it its light reddish color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerb characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSt. John’s wort is known to all of us as Hypericum perforatum, “spathochorto”, “Prodromos’ herb”, St. John’s Wort or “chelonochorto” (Greek common names).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an evergreen plant that reaches a height of 80 cm to 1 meter and belongs to the Hypericaceae family. It is self-sown and can be found in Mediterranean countries, the rest of Europe, Africa, the Asian continent and many regions around the globe. In our country there are several different species of Hypericum, most of which are endemic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant can grow even in the poorest, dry and rocky soils. It is recognized by its yellow flowers, which consist of 5 petals, while the central part of the flower includes the stigmas that give the characteristic red color to St. John’s wort oil or the infusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe useful parts of the plant that are used are the flowers, which should be collected with the first cool drops of dawn, when their oils are at their highest concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of St. John’s Wort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is said that the herb got its name, Hypericum, because in earlier times it was used to decorate temples and during religious ceremonies it was placed on icons (hyper – eikon = above the image).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSt John’s wort was highly valued by the renowned herbalists of ancient Greece, Hippocrates, Dioscorides, Pliny and Galen, who used it to treat burns, joint pain, improve blood flow and as a tonic during the recovery process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has been used for embalming and this is one of the reasons it is also called balm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Mountain St. John’s Wort Herb (Hypericum perforatum), Extra Virgin Olive Oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChemical composition of Hypericum perforatum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e7%\u003c\/strong\u003e flavonoids in the stems – \u003cstrong\u003e12%\u003c\/strong\u003e in the flowers. The flavonoid content includes 1.6% rutin, and in smaller proportions quercetin, luteolin and myricetin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e2 – 4.5%\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyperforin, one of the most active constituents of St. John’s wort, responsible for the herb’s antidepressant properties. Hyperforin is unstable in the presence of light and oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 0.05 – 0.09%\u003c\/strong\u003e essential oils (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-methyloctane, α-β-pinene, α-terpineol and traces of myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- 5–12% tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional compounds it contains in smaller amounts include acids (stearic, myristic, nicotinic, palmitic), carotenoids, choline, pectin, hydrocarbons and long-chain alcohols.\u003cbr\u003eFrom the herb, certain amino acids have also been isolated, such as leucine, cysteine, glutamine, lysine and GABA (γ-aminobutyric acid).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstructions for Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. John’s wort oil is prepared by macerating the flowers in a carrier oil, e.g. almond oil or sunflower oil, with the most traditional recipe using pure extra virgin olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffectively treats chills, neuralgia, tendon injuries and neck pain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombines well with lavender and chamomile essential oil to relieve sunburn by reducing skin temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoothes the nervous system and reduces emotional fluctuations during menopause.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oil is suitable for those who need to balance the solar plexus (external application) and get rid of possible accompanying symptoms of digestive disorders of the stomach and \u003c\/span\u003eintestine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to Chinese medicine, when applied to specific parts of the body, St. John’s wort oil removes excess heat and cleanses the blood of toxins. It regulates the liver’s vital Qi energy and calms the mind from fears and sadness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUseful tips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The oil is intended for external use.                                                                 - Its use should be avoided during pregnancy, breastfeeding and by small children.\u003cbr\u003e- After using the oil, avoid exposure to the sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Avgerinos Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"30 ml glass bottle with dropper","offer_id":53989738381652,"sku":"PO104765","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml glass bottle with a dropper","offer_id":53989738414420,"sku":"PO105552","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml glass bottle with a dropper","offer_id":53989738447188,"sku":"PO105572","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml dark bottle","offer_id":53989738479956,"sku":"PO105604","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml dark bottle","offer_id":53989738512724,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8775\/0070\/files\/fitiko-elaio-amla-emblica-officinalis-phyllanthus-emblica-2678318.webp?v=1774513506","url":"https:\/\/avgerinospharmacy.com\/en\/products\/balsam-oil-st-john-hypericum-oil-7","provider":"Avgerinos Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}